Walheim power station - 267 MW Coal Power Plant in Germany, Operated by EnBW

Walheim power station is a coal-fired power plant located in Walheim, Germany, with a capacity of 267 MW. Owned and operated by EnBW, the facility plays a role in the regional electricity supply, operating within Germany's energy transition framework. The plant operates under the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets strict emission limits for large combustion plants. As a coal-fired facility, it is subject to Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for reducing pollutants like SOx, NOx, and particulates. The 267 MW capacity places it in the medium-scale range for German coal plants. Walheim power station's environmental significance is tied to its coal fuel source and associated CO2 emissions. Located in Baden-Württemberg, the plant operates in a region with growing renewable energy integration. Its continued operation reflects the balance between baseload power needs and Germany's phase-out of coal by 2038.

The plant's coal fuel type results in significant CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to natural gas or renewables. Its 267 MW capacity is moderate, but proximity to populated areas in the Neckar valley may raise local air quality concerns. Older coal plants typically have lower efficiency and higher emissions per MWh.